It’s been four days since I finally shaved my head, and I wanted to post a quick update, mostly for those who might need a little push to do it themselves.

What surprises me most is not how I look, it’s how much relief I feel.

For years I spent far too much time worrying about my hair and how noticeable the thinning was. Looking back, I was far more focused on it than anyone else ever seemed to be.  
Now that I’ve shaved it off, that weight is gone. I don’t have to hide anything anymore.

The reactions have been much better than I expected. Most people either said it looked good or barely reacted at all.  
I’m still getting used to seeing myself with a shaved head, but I can honestly say that I wish I’d done it sooner. I’ve also gained a lot more confidence already, which is something I didn’t expect to happen so quickly.  
And to anyone who is still sitting on the fence and doesn’t quite dare to do it yet: just take the plunge. I know it feels like a huge step. I spent far too long overthinking it myself, but for me the anticipation was much worse than actually shaving it. Chances are you’ll feel a sense of relief once it’s done.

To everyone who encouraged me when I first posted here: thank you very much for the push. It took a while, but you all planted a seed in my head.

JUST DO IT!

Its only been 4 days